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MS&Tエクスパンションリード / MS&T Expansion Lead

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A global pharmaceutical company seeks an MS&T Expansion Lead - RLT. The qualified individual will oversee technical activities related to site projects, ensuring timely process, technology, and product transfers.

Responsibilities:

  • Achieve technical transfer milestones, including registration and launch schedules
  • Ensure robust manufacturing processes that deliver critical quality attributes
  • Implement cGMP-compliant analytical methods
  • Maintain compliance during internal and external GMP inspections and Pre-Approval Inspections (PAI)
  • Manage project costs and adhere to Capital Approval Request (CAR) budgets
  • Oversee change control for process transfers, adaptations, and modifications
  • Ensure availability of technical information and documentation for validation
  • Act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for technical transfers at the site
  • Contribute to process improvement and optimisation for product transfers
  • Manage training curriculum for self and direct reports

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field (MSc or equivalent is preferred)
  • 5-8 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing
  • Comprehensive knowledge of pharmaceutical technology and project management
  • Understanding of Applied Statistics, Change Controls, Chemical Engineering, Continuous Improvement Processes, Cost Reduction, Data Analytics
  • General HSE Knowledge, including GDP
  • Knowledge of CAPA and GMP
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Processes and Technologies, Process and Cleaning Validation, Risk Management and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Six Sigma and Statistical Analysis
  • Fluent level English; proficient in Japanese

About the Company:

One of the world’s largest providers of medical treatments for a variety of human and animal diseases. Headquartered in Europe, the company has a strong global network that is dedicated to improving people’s lives.

Keywords:

製薬, 技術, 製造, GMP, 品質, 検査, プロジェクト管理, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: L9MCG4

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Healthcare

Focus: General Management

Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Native

Location: Hyogo

Job Reference: L9MCG4-BE4F1BE8

Date posted: 12 June 2025

Consultant: Yota Fujimura